Project Manager

The Opportunity Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of advisors and experts working across 34 countries with over 19,000 employees. Headquartered in London, we provide design engineering, architecture, planning, and advisory services across every aspect of the built environment. Your role in our team Plan and supervise projects from initiation to completion. Collaborate with a range of technical, contracts and commercial specialists to define scope, tasks and deliverables. Develop internal resource plans, programmes and budgets. Manage the appointment of sub-contractors and supporting resources needed to deliver the project. Monitor, review and report on resource use and spend and manage invoicing. Make changes to and manage teams to deliver within agreed metrics. Monitor progress, address delays or issues, and implement corrective actions. Ensure that safety, environment and quality outcomes are identified and achieved, and take corrective action where issues are identified. Liaise with and work closely with clients and client teams to deliver the project scope and services. Prepare technical, commercial and contractual correspondence for the delivery of Arup’s services and for managing contractors appointed by clients. Prepare, check and assist in the development of project outputs including designs, specifications, procurement outputs and contracts. Manage scope, record changes and instruct the team on any necessary actions. Communicate project progress with the Project Team. Oversee the interfaces between the project and any other associated projects. Capture the knowledge gained on the project and feed into the firm’s knowledge networks. Request assistance from the Project Director in a timely manner. Assist with wider team management, business/proposal development and other management team/office management functions. Is this role right for you? A minimum of 12 years of experience in construction management, with a focus on large‑scale infrastructure projects. Experience delivering transportation schemes such as airports, railways and roads. Some time spent managing or leading projects during the construction phase. Licensed Engineer. Post‑graduate studies will be an advantage. Understanding of the development process for infrastructure projects. Experience with feasibility, design, procurement, contract management, testing and commissioning and project take‑overs. Previous involvement in project management activities, with awareness of scope definition and contract responsibilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant tools. Well‑developed oral and written communication skills. Good team orientation and client relation capabilities. Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and a creative approach to problem‑solving with a focus on continual improvement and delivering sustainable and value‑led project outcomes. Experience of contract negotiations and awarding. What We Offer you At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. In addition to competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career where all our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. Different People, Shared Values Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neuro‑type or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas – this drives our excellence. Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross‑cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Psalm Manuel at to let us know if you need any assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr